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Doritos Cheesy Chicken Casserole

Doritos Cheesy Chicken Casserole That Will Wow Your Guests

This Doritos Cheesy Chicken Casserole is a crowd-pleasing dish that combines cheesy chicken and crunchy Doritos, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 cups Shredded Chicken use rotisserie or leftover chicken for convenience
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup can substitute with gluten-free version or homemade
  • 1 cup Sour Cream substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1 can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies) provides flavor and moisture
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning can use homemade taco spice mix
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese use cheddar or cheese blend, low-fat works too
  • 2 cups Crushed Doritos can substitute with favorite tortilla chips
Optional Toppings
  • 1 bunch Green Onions sprinkle on top before serving
  • 1 cup Sour Cream use as a topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x11 or 9x13 baking dish.
  2. Mix together in a large bowl the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, Rotel, taco seasoning, and half of the shredded cheese.
  3. Layer crushed Doritos evenly at the bottom of the greased baking dish.
  4. Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the Doritos.
  5. Top with the remaining shredded cheese and add another layer of crushed Doritos.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions or sour cream if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Add diced jalapeños for a spicy kick. Assemble in advance and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.

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